Excerpt from Compulsory Manumission: Or an Examination of the Actual State of the West India Question
Greatly must those odds be increased, if a dis position be shown by Government, hitherto believed impartial, to array the weight of its authority against him.
But it is hoped that prejudice will not preclude inquiry. In the following pages it Will be found, that in setting forth the actual state of the West India Question, the real and permanent welfare of the slaves occupies a conspicuous place.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complexities of the West India Question, a pivotal historical debate over the abolition of slavery in the British West Indies. The author provides a comprehensive examination of the arguments surrounding the proposed measure of compulsory manumission, exploring its potential impact on the lives of enslaved people, the economy of the colonies, and the broader ethical implications. By setting this discussion within the context of the parliamentary resolutions of 1823, the author sheds light on the complexities of the era and the competing perspectives that shaped the debate. The analysis extends beyond the legal and economic aspects of emancipation to consider its far -reaching consequences for the social fabric of the colonies. Ultimately, this book offers valuable insights into the challenges and complexities of ending slavery and the lasting impact of this transformative period in history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331961123_0
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